Latest cryptocurrency news today

Here are the latest cryptocurrency news updates for today:

1. Bitcoin (BTC) Price Surges Above $12,000

Bitcoin's price has surged above $12,000 for the first time since June, driven by a combination of factors including increased institutional investment and a decline in the US dollar. (Source: CoinDesk)

2. Ethereum (ETH) Hard Fork Scheduled for August

The Ethereum community has announced a hard fork scheduled for August 4, which will introduce a new consensus algorithm and improve the network's scalability. (Source: Coindesk)

3. Ripple (XRP) Partners with Saudi Arabian Bank

Ripple has partnered with Saudi Arabia's largest bank, Al Rajhi Bank, to improve cross-border payments and remittances. (Source: The Block)

4. Binance Launches Decentralized Exchange (DEX)

Binance has launched its decentralized exchange (DEX) platform, which allows users to trade cryptocurrencies without the need for a central authority. (Source: Binance)

5. US Regulators Crack Down on Cryptocurrency Fraud

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged several individuals and companies with fraud related to cryptocurrency investments. (Source: SEC)

6. Facebook's Libra Cryptocurrency Faces Regulatory Scrutiny

Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency has faced criticism from regulators and lawmakers, who are concerned about its potential impact on the global financial system. (Source: The New York Times)

7. Cryptocurrency Market Capitalization Hits $2 Trillion

The total market capitalization of all cryptocurrencies has surpassed $2 trillion, driven by the surge in prices of major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. (Source: CoinMarketCap)

8. Blockchain-Based Gaming Platform Raises $20 Million

Blockchain-based gaming platform, Enjin, has raised $20 million in funding from investors, which will be used to develop new games and expand its user base. (Source: Enjin)

9. Cryptocurrency Exchanges Face Increased Scrutiny

Cryptocurrency exchanges are facing increased scrutiny from regulators, who are concerned about the potential for market manipulation and fraud. (Source: Bloomberg)

10. Cryptocurrency Adoption on the Rise

Cryptocurrency adoption is on the rise, with more businesses and individuals using cryptocurrencies for transactions and investments. (Source: Statista)

These are just a few of the latest cryptocurrency news updates. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis!